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Pakistan exited the ICC ODI Women’s World Cup 2025 after a crushing 150-run (DLS) defeat to South Africa in Colombo last night. South Africa posted 312 in 40 overs after a rain delay. Pakistan’s revised target was 234 in 20 overs due to further rain, but they managed only 83, ending their World Cup campaign.
Psychological Horror Thriller “Vash Level 2,” which received mixed to positive reviews, is now streaming on Netflix. Directed by Krishnadev Yagnik, the film stars Janki Bodiwala, Hitu Kanodia, Monal Gajjar, and Hiten Kumar in lead roles. The movie is now available in both Gujarati and Hindi, and OTT audience reception remains to be seen.
Prime Minister Modi thanked President Donald Trump for his Diwali greetings, emphasizing hope and unity in fighting terrorism. Highlighting the importance of joint efforts, PM Modi noted the festival of lights as a symbol of hope, urging both democracies to work together against terrorism, amid concerns over US-Pakistan ties and regional security challenges.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 84426.34, up at 62.97 points or 0.07%, and the Nifty was at 25868.60, up at 25.45 points or 0.10%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 87.97 against the dollar.
Dhruv Vikram’s “Bison,” directed by Mari Selvaraj and starring Anupama Parameswaran, is performing well and releasing in Telugu this week. Asked why Tamil films often focus on casteism, Dhruv said directors draw from personal experiences, highlighting social issues. He added cinema is a powerful medium to educate and shed light on ongoing societal problems.
R. Chandru, director of 2023’s “Kabzaa,” claimed in a YouTube interview that Pawan Kalyan’s “They Call Him OG” was inspired by certain shots from his film. He called it creative inspiration, not plagiarism. His remarks went viral, sparking backlash on social media, with many criticizing Kabzaa’s average performance compared to the major hit OG.
Researchers found that daily probiotic supplements eased seasonal allergy symptoms in many participants. By balancing gut bacteria, probiotics influence immune responses to allergens. Specialists recommend combining probiotics with conventional treatments, such as antihistamines or nasal sprays, for more effective relief during pollen-heavy months.
A 5.1-magnitude earthquake hit Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region Tuesday, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre reported. The quake occurred at a depth of 244 km (152 miles). Strong tremors were felt in the capital, Kabul, according to source witnesses. Authorities are assessing potential damage and monitoring for aftershocks in the affected areas.
Donald Trump’s planned meeting with Vladimir Putin in Budapest is on hold, a US official said, after talks between Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov. European leaders welcomed the pause, opposing any concessions by Ukraine. The Kremlin cited the need for “serious preparation,” while Zelenskyy pushes for more US support.
The UN’s human rights operations face an “existential threat” amid major funding cuts, warned the International Service for Human Rights. Washington’s failure to pay dues and moves by China and Russia to defund rights bodies risk crippling accountability efforts. A UN war crimes probe in Congo has already stalled due to lack of funds, the […]
Central Railway has operated 705 Diwali and Chhath special trains, ferrying over 10.6 lakh passengers, said GM Vijay Kumar. He added that 1,998 specials will run by November 30 out of 12,011 nationwide, mostly from Pune and Mumbai. These services aim to ease festive travel for 30 lakh passengers heading to Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and […]
A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck near Ecuador’s coast, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) reported. The quake occurred at a depth of 35 km (22 miles). Authorities are monitoring the situation as residents in nearby regions felt strong tremors. No immediate reports of damage, casualties, or tsunami warnings have been issued.
US President Donald Trump issued a stark warning, stating that any further violation of the ceasefire in Gaza would lead to a “fast, furious, and brutal” response. Several Middle Eastern allies have expressed a strong willingness to take military action against Hamas if it continues breaching the agreement, Trump emphasized in his statement.
Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski issued a stern warning to Russian President Putin, stating that if he tries to use Polish airspace on his way to a summit with US President Trump, Poland may execute an international arrest warrant. This could lead to Putin being handed over to the International Criminal Court in The Hague. […]
India’s senior women’s football team faced a 0-2 defeat against Iran in the opening match of the Tri-Nation friendly tournament. Sara Didar’s goals in the 64th and 74th minutes sealed Iran’s victory. India will look to bounce back in their next match against Nepal on October 27, ahead of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup.